Toyota Camry Recall 05V539000

Toyota Recalls Certain 2006 Camrys Due to Incorrect Spare Tire Label

Body, Interior & Misc., December 28, 2005

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Summary:

Toyota is recalling 2006 Camrys for failing to comply with federal safety standards on tire selection and rims. Affected models were sold with incorrect spare tire size labels, which may cause improper vehicle loading specifications or tire inflation, increasing the chance of a crash. Dealers will mail the correct labels to the customer or install the label free of charge.

Consequence: A MISPRINTED LABEL WOULD LEAD TO IMPROPER VEHICLE LOADING SPECIFICATIONS OR TIRE INFLATION WHICH COULD RESULT IN A TIRE FAILURE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH NEW TIRE INFORMATION PLACARDS AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. AT THE CUSTOMER¿S OPTION, A DEALER CAN PERFORM THE INSTALLATION FOR THEM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 28, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.